Safety

Looking Out for Each Other

As a family-owned company, it is our job to make sure that anyone who sets foot on a Korsmo job site returns home to their family safely. Our experienced Safety Team is committed to proactive planning, eliminating all potentially unsafe situations before a project breaks ground. Korsmo continually invests time and resources in proper training for all field personnel, including assisting with proper qualifications and certifications for subcontractors. Strong communication and continuous monitoring are cornerstones of our safety success, and help ensure that we complete each job accident-free.

Instead of relying solely on a “top-down” approach, we have worked hard to instill a positive attitude toward job site safety in every Korsmo team member. Whether a new employee, subcontractor or experienced carpenter, we empower and expect all team members to take initiative by fixing potential hazards before an accident occurs. This has resulted in strong relationships among crews and a genuine concern at the individual level for the safety of all workers, project owners and members of the public.

In-house incentive program that rewards employees for the number of safe hours accumulated

Safety orientations conducted prior to anyone beginning work on site

Daily “Stretch and Flex” program to prevent strains and sprains

Drug Testing Program

DOSH and OSHA code compliance

Daily job site cleaning

We have particularly benefited from their approach in facing the challenges associated with maintaining safety and preservation of the gaming operation during on site construction in areas within close proximity to our current gaming operation, minimizing impacts and disruptions.

— Cheebo Frazier, General Manager: Red Wind Casino

Case Study

Russell T. Joy Building

Prior to construction on the Joy Building, it was determined that there was a potentially high risk excavation process that would occur adjacent to a main pedestrian pathway. The excavation was part of a process to build a large below grade retaining wall abutting an existing unreinforced masonry wall of questionable structural integrity. Our team successfully mitigated these risks by eliminating the deep excavations for the new retaining wall. Instead, we devised a system of drilled piers and grade beams that reinforced the old brick wall below grade and supported new foundations above. This solution provided a safer environment while also saving time and money.

More Expertise

Our years of experience completing complex new construction and renovation projects have allowed us to refine and improve our processes. As a result our clients receive quality, cost-effective construction services with a high level of accountability and facility functionality.

Along with site supervision, safety and construction management services, Korsmo frequently self-performs scopes of work such as structural building concrete, foundations, steel installations and carpentry in order to ensure the best possible product is delivered to our owners.

Combining cutting-edge technology with our trusted field techniques allows us to create a building experience that is not only efficient and collaborative, but has a lasting and positive impact on the building’s functionality.

Korsmo Construction’s Small Projects Department was created to offer building solutions to clients with projects of a smaller scope, while still providing the same quality and expertise we deliver on larger projects.

Korsmo’s approach to sustainable construction is based on integration, stewardship and respect for the environment. It is our goal to construct all projects using sustainable practices, regardless of whether the project is pursuing a specific green building certification.